Journalism Level 3
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Course Content
Unit 1: Communication: Concepts and Process
Taught in four parts namely concept and process; communication research; language and communication and international communication, this paper takes stock of all the communication related issues needed to understand the complex nature of mass communication and its role in development.
Unit 2: Communication and Development
This unit deals with the whole aspect of developmental issues and the role of communication therein. This unit is divided into two sections; theoretical concepts and assigned project work to test and expand the students' knowledge base.
Unit 3: History of Press, Laws and Ethics
This unit goes back to the early history of the press, the paper deals with laws and ethics that govern and regulate the functioning of various media and media organizations in the country in today's Information Age.
Unit 4: Reporting - Concepts and Process
Reporting being an integral part of mass communication. The student will cover the basics of reporting, reporting beats, features and interviews, and opinion writing.
Unit 5: Reporting: Practicals
This module is designed to give an idea of the reporter's practical job, the students are expected to understand reporting and writing assignments covering all beats in addition to write edits, middles, letters to the editors and special articles.
Unit 6: Editing: Concepts and Process
The paper deals with the principles of news gathering and news writing presentation - be it planning or visualisation of news or news flow and copy editing. It also deals with the organisational structures of editorial departments of media organisations. The art of translation is given due consideration in the course.
Unit 7: Editing Practicals
Divided in two parts, the paper deals with the detailed tasks involved with news editing. The unit examines the role and function of editing within journalism
Unit 8: Audio-Visual Production and Cyber Media
This unit will cover issues related to lay-out, design and production, photo journalism and graphics, Information Technology and cyber media. The unit extensively deals with the creative as well as technological aspects of print media/production.
Unit 9: Electronic Journalism
From introduction to radio and television to practical exercises in news reading, interviewing, news anchoring for FM as well as television news production, the unit takes care of all that students need to know about the broadcast media.
Unit 10: PR, Advertising and Newspaper Management
The interconnection between public relations, advertising and newspaper management is thoroughly explored and techniques of aggressive marketing to retain subscribers in today's highly competitive business environment are taught to the students to make them understand the complex web of newspaper management advertisement economics.
Entry Requirements
All students must per 16 years of age and above.
These require a minimum prior learning to GCSE standard in order to for students to manage study and the assumed knowledge within course content.
Study Hours
Approximately 20 hours per unit
Assessment Method
Final online multiple choice examination.
Please note that you can enrol on this course at anytime.
Award
Level 3 Diploma in Journalism
This course is Quality Assured by OLQA
Additional Information
You will receive a certificate from the College. Fees for both are included in the course fee.
The course can be enrolled upon by students Internationally. There are no deadlines for enrolments.
To view the differences between our qualifications, please click HERE
What's Included
All study materials to enable the student to successfully complete the Diploma. Support is provided by the tutor department. Certification upon completion. All examination fees.
Course Fee
£465.00
Payment by Instalments
Students are able to pay course fees in monthly instalments. Click here to download our instalment plan.
Further Information
These require a minimum prior learning to GCSE standard in order to for students to manage study and the assumed knowledge within course content.
They provide an ability to gain and apply a range of knowledge, skills and understanding in a specific subject at a detailed level. Level 3 qualifications such as A levels, NVQ3, BTEC Diplomas etc. are appropriate if you plan to progress to university study.
Level 3 courses which are not examination board accredited can assist you in career development, continued professional development, personal development, and provision of a basis for further study.
Progression from level 3 is to specialist learning and detailed analysis of a higher level of information (for example university level study, Diploma Level 5 study).
Level 3 Diploma
The Quality Assured Diploma is a Level 3 equivalent on the National Qualifications Framework. The Diploma is a 1 year course which is self study and is examined by online examination. The Diploma is awarded by Oxford College. Upon completion of the course you will receive certification awarded by Oxford College.
Your course is delivered online via the Oxford Learning On Campus website.
This is a flexible learning course, so the more time you have to commit to your studies, the sooner you are able to complete.
Please note that included in your course fee is your registration to the On Campus student community, and a licence to print your study materials.
Please note that the licence is for one print only, so please ensure that you have enough paper and ink to print the full course materials if required.
You will require having one of the following packages to access your On Campus area:
Windows:Windows 98, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7 - Acrobat Reader 4.0 and above
Macintosh:Mac OS X, Mac OS 9.2 - Acrobat Reader 4.0 and above
In the student 'On Campus' you are also able to take part in the student chat room and forums as part of our online student community.
After enrolling online you will receive your username and password to access the On Campus area within 5 working days. You will also receive your personal Oxford Learning student number via email.
Materials and support provided by Oxford Learning.
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Further Details
Course Content
Unit 1: Communication: Concepts and Process
Taught in four parts namely concept and process; communication research; language and communication and international communication, this paper takes stock of all the communication related issues needed to understand the complex nature of mass communication and its role in development.
Unit 2: Communication and Development
This unit deals with the whole aspect of developmental issues and the role of communication therein. This unit is divided into two sections; theoretical concepts and assigned project work to test and expand the students' knowledge base.
Unit 3: History of Press, Laws and Ethics
This unit goes back to the early history of the press, the paper deals with laws and ethics that govern and regulate the functioning of various media and media organizations in the country in today's Information Age.
Unit 4: Reporting - Concepts and Process
Reporting being an integral part of mass communication. The student will cover the basics of reporting, reporting beats, features and interviews, and opinion writing.
Unit 5: Reporting: Practicals
This module is designed to give an idea of the reporter's practical job, the students are expected to understand reporting and writing assignments covering all beats in addition to write edits, middles, letters to the editors and special articles.
Unit 6: Editing: Concepts and Process
The paper deals with the principles of news gathering and news writing presentation - be it planning or visualisation of news or news flow and copy editing. It also deals with the organisational structures of editorial departments of media organisations. The art of translation is given due consideration in the course.
Unit 7: Editing Practicals
Divided in two parts, the paper deals with the detailed tasks involved with news editing. The unit examines the role and function of editing within journalism
Unit 8: Audio-Visual Production and Cyber Media
This unit will cover issues related to lay-out, design and production, photo journalism and graphics, Information Technology and cyber media. The unit extensively deals with the creative as well as technological aspects of print media/production.
Unit 9: Electronic Journalism
From introduction to radio and television to practical exercises in news reading, interviewing, news anchoring for FM as well as television news production, the unit takes care of all that students need to know about the broadcast media.
Unit 10: PR, Advertising and Newspaper Management
The interconnection between public relations, advertising and newspaper management is thoroughly explored and techniques of aggressive marketing to retain subscribers in today's highly competitive business environment are taught to the students to make them understand the complex web of newspaper management advertisement economics.
Entry Requirements
All students must per 16 years of age and above.
These require a minimum prior learning to GCSE standard in order to for students to manage study and the assumed knowledge within course content.
Study Hours
Approximately 20 hours per unit
Assessment Method
Final online multiple choice examination.
Please note that you can enrol on this course at anytime.
Award
Level 3 Diploma in Journalism
This course is Quality Assured by OLQA
Additional Information
You will receive a certificate from the College. Fees for both are included in the course fee.
The course can be enrolled upon by students Internationally. There are no deadlines for enrolments.
To view the differences between our qualifications, please click HERE
What's Included
All study materials to enable the student to successfully complete the Diploma. Support is provided by the tutor department. Certification upon completion. All examination fees.
Course Fee
£465.00
Payment by Instalments
Students are able to pay course fees in monthly instalments. Click here to download our instalment plan.
Further Information
These require a minimum prior learning to GCSE standard in order to for students to manage study and the assumed knowledge within course content.
They provide an ability to gain and apply a range of knowledge, skills and understanding in a specific subject at a detailed level. Level 3 qualifications such as A levels, NVQ3, BTEC Diplomas etc. are appropriate if you plan to progress to university study.
Level 3 courses which are not examination board accredited can assist you in career development, continued professional development, personal development, and provision of a basis for further study.
Progression from level 3 is to specialist learning and detailed analysis of a higher level of information (for example university level study, Diploma Level 5 study).
Level 3 Diploma
The Quality Assured Diploma is a Level 3 equivalent on the National Qualifications Framework. The Diploma is a 1 year course which is self study and is examined by online examination. The Diploma is awarded by Oxford College. Upon completion of the course you will receive certification awarded by Oxford College.
Your course is delivered online via the Oxford Learning On Campus website.
This is a flexible learning course, so the more time you have to commit to your studies, the sooner you are able to complete.
Please note that included in your course fee is your registration to the On Campus student community, and a licence to print your study materials.
Please note that the licence is for one print only, so please ensure that you have enough paper and ink to print the full course materials if required.
You will require having one of the following packages to access your On Campus area:
Windows:Windows 98, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7 - Acrobat Reader 4.0 and above
Macintosh:Mac OS X, Mac OS 9.2 - Acrobat Reader 4.0 and above
In the student 'On Campus' you are also able to take part in the student chat room and forums as part of our online student community.
After enrolling online you will receive your username and password to access the On Campus area within 5 working days. You will also receive your personal Oxford Learning student number via email.
Materials and support provided by Oxford Learning.
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